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Rallonge d'alimentation française de type mâle vers femelle, IP44 extension cord — burns & electric shock risk

EU Safety GateSerious riskBurnsElectric shockFireJun 28, 2024
Photo from the official notice: Rallonge d'alimentation française de type mâle vers femelle, IP44 extension cord — burns & electric shock risk
Photo from the official notice: Rallonge d'alimentation française de type mâle vers femelle, IP44 extension cord — burns & electric shock risk

Photos from the official notice: EU Safety Gate (European Commission) · image rights

Hazard

The earthing socket on the plug has incorrect dimensions, which may disrupt the protective earth connection. This increases the risk of electric shock when using an improperly insulated appliance with the extension lead.Moreover, the socket is not equipped with covers, a vulnerable user could receive an electric shock from accessible live parts.In addition, the extension lead can overheat and cause burns to the user or start a fire. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive.

Measures taken

  • Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace — Other

Product description

Black extension cord, with two terminals, earthed. Current 16A, voltage 250V, indicated degree of protection IP44. The female end is equipped with a cover. Product sold online, in particular via AliExpress, identification number: 10000063065656.

What should I do?

If you own this product, stop using it and check the official notice for what the seller or authority advises (return, refund, repair or disposal). Measures listed here were reported by national authorities to the EU Safety Gate system.

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